"There are plenty of handmade pasta restaurants in London, but when we’re in the mood to make a night out of it—and pretend that we’re spending a lot more than we are—Bancone is our favourite. Whether you’re at the main bar or the oval counter around a live olive tree, this Soho spot is a truly lovely place to be. Thanks to their signature silk handkerchief pasta that feels well over the £11 price tag and excellent pappardelle, this place is great value for money. And it’s just as rammed as their original spot in Covent Garden and Borough Market location, so make sure to book well in advance." - rianne shlebak, jake missing, sinead cranna